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Mariana S.
Project Manager

Jira
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Project Manager with a postgraduate degree in Project Management and a bachelor's degree in Information Systems. Experienced in managing projects utilizing both waterfall and agile methodologies, ensuring delivery within scope, time, and quality constraints. Demonstrates expertise in people management, cost control, expectation management, and conflict resolution. Proficient in developing practices that ensure high-quality client deliverables. Possesses intermediate proficiency in English and basic Spanish. Available for travel.

  • Governance Analyst
    2/1/2015 - 8/1/2017

    Gained expertise in generating and analyzing performance indicators and deviations for development projects. Developed functional specifications and conducted system approvals, including planning and executing tests, to generate detailed reports for monitoring and managing project progress. Provided support to development and business areas in the use of project and people management tools, ensuring effective communication with international teams for problem resolution.

  • Project Manager
    10/1/2019 - 4/1/2022

    Served as Product and Project Manager for Private Label Credit Cards. Implemented project governance to ensure timely delivery, quality, and communication among stakeholders while reporting to the Executive Committee. Successfully implemented the OKR methodology and managed the operational, strategic, and commercial project portfolio. Developed a comprehensive project communication plan to ensure transparency between involved areas and the board.

  • Team Lead
    5/1/2019 - 9/1/2019

    Served as Team Lead on Customer Service Channels projects with a primary focus on aligning stakeholder expectations, removing impediments, ensuring high-quality project deliveries, managing conflicts, and controlling costs. Responsible for the collection, analysis, and dissemination of team performance metrics, while also suggesting and implementing solutions for corrective actions. Developed proficiency in project management tools and methodologies, fostering an environment conducive to meeting project goals efficiently and effectively.

  • project analyst
    8/1/2017 - 5/1/2019

    Acted as Scrum Master in finance projects, directing and sharing technical solutions with development teams in Brazil and Spain. Managed the hiring process for professionals, and collected, analyzed, and disseminated team performance metrics, suggesting solutions aimed at corrective action. Identified needs and requirements, and negotiated resources for execution areas. Supported project managers with management tools, ensuring the efficient and effective progress of projects.

  • project analyst
    3/1/2013 - 2/1/2015

    Worked as a project analyst managing demands for legal obligations in fiscal, accounting, and payroll systems. Oversaw projects developed both by internal and external software factories, ensuring compliance with organizational standards. Assisted in the implementation of project management methodologies, contributing to more streamlined and efficient processes. Generated and presented project portfolios at Executive Committee meetings, highlighting progress and key metrics. Participated in inspection meetings to evaluate the quality of deliverables and secure formal approval of project artifacts.

  • Systems Analyst
    4/1/2012 - 3/1/2013

    Excelled in understanding and managing client demands through thorough analysis and requirements gathering, scope definition, and estimation. Developed and presented prototypes to stakeholders, serving as a crucial interface between the business area and development teams. Conducted validation of deliverables and provided support during implementation and training phases. Applied the RUP methodology for effective data modeling, utilizing tools such as EA (Enterprise Architect) and Jira to streamline project management and communication.

  • Systems Analyst
    8/1/2011 - 4/1/2012

    Specialized in planning and project management with a key focus on the analysis and survey of requirements, scope, and accurate estimations. Acquired proficiency in developing physical designs and creating comprehensive test scripts. Demonstrated expertise in meticulous validation processes and seamless implementation of project components.

  • Business Analyst
    12/1/2009 - 7/1/2011

    Managed and analyzed the portfolio of individual and corporate projects, specifically for a major banking institution. Prepared detailed presentations for the Executive Board. Supported demand management, focusing on project prioritization both for individual and corporate clients. Participated in weekly strategic meetings to prioritize projects related to the bank's communication channels. Oversee the management and preparation of functional specifications while actively engaging in project planning and management processes.

  • Infrastructure
    3/1/2009 - 9/1/2009

    Developed expertise in monitoring and managing network infrastructure, including traffic of links, emails, anti-spam servers, and wireless systems through daily checklists. Gained hands-on experience in coordinating with telecommunications operators and clients for link activation and deactivation, ensuring timely updates and feedback to relevant stakeholders. Processed purchase requests using Microsiga ERP (Purchasing module) and proficiently managed the opening and closing of tickets for both internal departments and external clients hosting information on the company's servers.

  • Bachelor of Information Systems at Eniac College
    2007 - 2010

  • Specialization in Project Management at Presbyterian University Mackenzie
    2011 - 2012

  • KMP I at Kanban University
    2/1/2020

  • Management 3.0 at Management 3.0
    8/1/2019

  • PSMI Certification at Scrum.org
    3/1/2017

  • Project Management Professional (PMP) at Project Management Institute
    2/1/2014

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